28 April 2024 | Andrea Tedeschi, Matteo Palazzini, Giancarlo Trimarchi, Nicolina Conti, Francesco Di Spigno, Piero Gentile, Luciana D'Angelo, Andrea Garascia, Enrico Ammirati, Nuccia Morici, Daniela Aschieri
The article "Heart Failure Management through Telehealth: Expanding Care and Connecting Hearts" by Andrea Tedeschi et al. explores the potential of telehealth in managing heart failure (HF). HF is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, and telehealth offers a promising solution to optimize patient care and reduce hospitalizations. The article highlights the benefits of telehealth, including improved remote monitoring, enhanced communication between healthcare providers, and cost savings. Key technologies such as wearable devices, implantable cardiac devices, and remote invasive hemodynamic monitoring are discussed, along with their impact on patient outcomes. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in telehealth is also emphasized, with AI algorithms showing superior performance in predicting readmissions and mortality. The article concludes by outlining future directions for telehealth in HF management, emphasizing the need for tailored programs, user-friendly devices, and advanced AI algorithms to enhance patient care and outcomes.The article "Heart Failure Management through Telehealth: Expanding Care and Connecting Hearts" by Andrea Tedeschi et al. explores the potential of telehealth in managing heart failure (HF). HF is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, and telehealth offers a promising solution to optimize patient care and reduce hospitalizations. The article highlights the benefits of telehealth, including improved remote monitoring, enhanced communication between healthcare providers, and cost savings. Key technologies such as wearable devices, implantable cardiac devices, and remote invasive hemodynamic monitoring are discussed, along with their impact on patient outcomes. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in telehealth is also emphasized, with AI algorithms showing superior performance in predicting readmissions and mortality. The article concludes by outlining future directions for telehealth in HF management, emphasizing the need for tailored programs, user-friendly devices, and advanced AI algorithms to enhance patient care and outcomes.